The Forever Home

Out in Hardback, eBook and Audio on 12 February 2026

A feel-good tale of new friendships and second chances from the Sunday Times bestselling author of An Ideal Husband

Once a grand country house, Hope Hall is now beautiful luxury apartments and when Cassie and Nina become new neighbours, they soon become firm friends. But as perfect as life in the Cambridgeshire countryside seems, both have heartaches of their own.

Cassie is blissfully in love with Ben, but shadows from her first marriage loom large, threatening her happiness.

Nina, a widow, must confront a painful decision that will shatter her mother-in-law’s dreams.

Into their lives comes Venetia, a lively seventy-nine-year-old with a penchant for secrets – one of which is close to her heart, concealed in her handbag… As Venetia recalls her own bittersweet history with Hope Hall, the bonds between the three women are forged, revealing the strength found in friendship and the courage to confront the past.

With sparkling storytelling, Erica James’s new novel is an enchanting tale of love, resilience and friendship.

Published by HQ Stories in Hardback, eBook and Audio on 12 February 2026. View online retailer buying links.

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Hardback ISBN-10: 0008703515 ISBN-13: 9780008703516